Bridging the Knowledge Gap: Training and Gender Issues in Tree Climbing
Tree climbing is a unique profession in many ways.
One of the most surprising aspects of the job is the ambiguous career and training path. Unlike other skilled labor, virtually no formal career training exists for tree climbing, despite daily dangerous tasks and specific skills required for the job. Our latest blog details the limitations of professional tree climbing training and the invaluable impact of the Women’s Tree Climbing Workshop.
Setting Intentional Climate Solution Goals As A Corporate Leader
Corporations have the power to alter the trajectory of conservation initiatives by leveraging their platform of influence. This Forbes article by Dan Lambe of the Arbor Day Foundation looks at the growing number of companies using trees to make an impact while simultaneously meeting their sustainability goals.
10 Stories from the Earth’s Hottest Summer on Record
This year's scorching summer has motivated communities to test a wide range of cooling strategies, from urban forest expansion to “smart surfaces” to chief heat officers, to protect residents and infrastructure from extreme heat. This selection of stories looks at different frontlines in the battle with extreme heat.
Get registered for the Trees + Tech Summit at the TCI EXPO 2023! Be introduced to a wide variety of innovative tech, gain CEUs, learn steps to apply new ideas in your community forest, and network with a community that shares your passion.
Want to refresh some of your urban forestry fundamentals? Head over to the University section at the CommuniTREE Collective to work through a growing course list on a variety of urban forestry and arboriculture topics.
Go See Trees Challenge, A Tree-Centric Scavenger Hunt
October is a great time to tour local trees and enjoy the bursts of autumnal color! The City of Lexington is encouraging community members to take in the seasonal sights through the use of a tree scavenger hunt.
We are currently hiring for several open positions, including one that represents an exciting new stage in PlanIT Geo’s growth. We are seeking applicants for a President & COO position to work closely with our CEO to capitalize on the immense momentum in our industry.
How We Brought Mistletoes Back to the Trees of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia is encouraging the positive side of parasitic plants. They set out on a world-first trial to reintroduce mistletoe to the trees of Melbourne. Their main obstacle: hungry brushtail possums. See how they pulled off this successful reintroduction and the expected ecological dividends.
Urban forestry programs that align their objectives with heat mitigation can improve their chances of getting the resources they need. Our latest guide explores the opportunities at the intersection of urban forestry and heat mitigation.
There is a new, free tool in the iTree suite: OurTrees creates summaries and graphics on the benefits of trees and forests, formatted for both laptops and mobile. OurTrees is currently available for the continental US.
New Tool Alert: Now active in TreePlotter INVENTORY, Tree Management Insights provides an overview of urban forest diversity. Get quick access to metrics on species and size diversity, along with industry benchmarks, to help inform planning, planting, and maintenance decisions.
